Owner’s Manual English

Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (supplied on a separate sheet).
After reading, keep the document(s) where it will be available for immediate reference.
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Main Features
Unlike earlier fuzz units, the SD-1 can faithfully express the picking dynamics and subtle nuances of your playing. Regardless of the type of guitar you’re using, the true character of its tone will come through.
This unit generates a soft and clear distortion like that of an overdriven tube amp.
In addition, you can use the tone control to boost or cut the high-frequency range, creating a versatile range of effects.
When the effect is on, the LED is lit, showing at a glance whether the effect is on or off.

Panel Descriptions
DC IN jack CHECK indicator
Accepts connection of an AC Adaptor (PSA series; sold separately). By using an AC Adaptor, you can play This indicator shows whether an effect is ON/OFF, and doubles as the Battery Check indicator.
without being concerned about how much battery power you have left. The indicator lights when an effect is ON.
* We recommend that you keep batteries installed in the unit even though you’ll be powering it * If this indicator goes dim or no longer lights while an effect is ON, the battery is near
with the AC adaptor. That way, you’ll be able to continue a performance even if the cord of the exhaustion and should be replaced immediately.
AC adaptor gets accidentally disconnected from the unit. * The CHECK indicator shows whether the effect is on or off, and indicates the different
* Use only the specified AC adaptor (PSA-series). functions. It does not indicate whether the power to the device is on or not.
* If the AC adaptor is connected while power is on, the power supply is
drawn from the AC adaptor.

AC Adaptor
(PSA series; sold separately)

LEVEL knob DRIVE knob

This knob adjusts the level of the effect sounds. Set the knob so there is no Adjusts the amount of overdrive. Turning the knob clockwise increases the
volume difference between the effect and straight guitar sounds. effect (distortion).

TONE knob
This adjusts the tone of sound. Rotating it clockwise will create sharp sound
with emphasized treble, while turning it counterclockwise will create soft INPUT jack
sound with cut treble. This jack accepts input signals (coming from a guitar, some other musical
instrument, or another effects unit).
* The INPUT jack also serves as the power
switch. Power is turned on whenever
a plug is inserted into the INPUT jack,
OUTPUT jack and is turned off when the plug is
The output jack is used to connect the unit to disconnected. When not using the
amplifiers or other devices. unit, you should disconnect any cord
Electric Guitar connected to the INPUT jack.

Guitar Amplifier

Pedal Switch
This switch turns the effects ON/OFF.

Thumbscrew * To prevent malfunction and equipment failure, always turn down the volume, and turn off all the units before making
When this screw is loosened, the pedal will open, allowing you to change the any connections.
battery.
* Before turning the unit on/off, always be sure to turn the volume down. Even with the volume turned down, you might
* For instructions on changing the battery, refer to “Changing the hear some sound when switching the unit on/off. However, this is normal and does not indicate a malfunction.
Battery.”

Operating the Unit Changing the Battery Main Specifications

BOSS SD-1: SUPER OverDrive
1. After connecting all cords required, set all knobs on 1. Hold down the Thumbscrew Pedal
the panel as illustrated. pedal and loosen Nominal Input Level -20 dBu
the thumbscrew, Spring Base
Input Impedance 1 MΩ
Battery Snap
then open the
Cord Coil Spring Nominal Output Level -20 dBu
pedal upward.
Output Impedance 1 kΩ
* The pedal can be Guide Bush
opened without Hole Recommended Load 10 kΩ or greater
detaching the Impedance
Battery
2. Depress the pedal switch. Check LED lights to indicate thumbscrew Snap
Power Supply DC 9 V: Dry battery 6F22 (9 V) type (carbon),
“EFFECT ON” and extinguishes to indicate “EFFECT completely. AC Adaptor (PSA-series: optional)
Battery Housing
OFF.” Current Draw 10 mA (DC 9 V)
2. Remove the old 9 V Battery
* Expected battery life under continuous use:
battery from the Carbon: 60 hours, Alkaline: 90 hours
battery housing, These figures will vary depending on the
* This check LED is also used to check battery. If LED fails to light or and remove the snap cord connected to it. actual conditions of use.
becomes dim, the battery should be replaced.
Dimensions 73 (W) x 129 (D) x 59 (H) mm
3. Turn DRIVE knob to proper position. 3. Connect the snap cord to the new battery, and place 2-7/8 (W) x 5-1/8 (D) x 2-3/8 (H)inches
the battery inside the battery housing.
Weight 360 g / 13 oz (including battery)
* Be sure to carefully observe the battery’s polarity (+ versus -).
Accessories Owner’s Manual, Leaflet (“USING THE UNIT
4. Slip the coil spring onto the spring base on the back of SAFELY,” “IMPORTANT NOTES,” and “Informa-
tion”), Dry battery/9 V type (6F22)
the pedal, and then close the pedal.
Options AC adaptor (PSA-series)
* Carefully avoid getting the snap cord caught in the pedal, coil
4. While switching pedal ON and OFF, turn LEVEL knob spring, and battery housing.
to proper position so no volume difference between * 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms
Normal and Effect modes is noticed. 5. Finally, insert the thumbscrew into the guide bush * This document explains the specifications of the product at the
hole and fasten it securely. time that the document was issued. For the latest information,
refer to the Roland website.

5. Turn TONE knob to proper position.

Use of Battery
* A battery was installed in the unit before it left the factory. The
life of this battery may be limited, however, since its primary
purpose was to enable testing.
* If you handle batteries improperly, you risk explosion and fluid
leakage. Make sure that you carefully observe all of the items
related to batteries that are listed in “USING THE UNIT SAFELY”
and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (supplied on a separate sheet).
* When operating on battery power only, the unit’s indicator will
become dim when battery power gets too low. Replace the
battery as soon as possible.
* Batteries should always be installed or replaced before
connecting any other devices. This way, you can prevent
malfunction and damage.

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